Ramsey vs Dempsey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ramsey

Boy #1,753 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wild garlic island"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,845 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"proud descendant, son of the proud one"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Ramsey Rank #1,753

Dempsey Rank #2,845

Ramsey is more popular, ranked #1753 vs #2845 for Dempsey.

Is Ramsey or Dempsey more popular?

Ramsey is more popular, ranked #1753 compared to Dempsey at #2845 in the United States.

What do Ramsey and Dempsey mean?

Ramsey means "wild garlic island" (Old English origin). Dempsey means "proud descendant, son of the proud one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ramsey and Dempsey boy or girl names?

Ramsey is primarily a boy name. Dempsey is primarily a boy name.